Essance Project

Chicago, IL

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Travels up to 60 miles

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Overview

Essance Project is the ultimate dance and party band. Looking for the best live entertainment for your wedding reception, private parties or special events. We are the next best thing to the original (link hidden)e band was formed July 2005. An exceptional group of multitalented musicians with twenty plus years experience in the music specializing in the genres of classic R/B ,Soul, Dance & Contemporary (link hidden)e Essance Project Band is on the cutting edge of a musical movement bringing back traditional, soul stirring performance with up-to-date (link hidden)e group members have deep roots in the traditions of R&B Oldies (1970’s and 80’s) Classic R/B and Oldies (1970’s and 80’s)Motown Sounds.


Reviews

1 review

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Kim P.

June 8, 2022
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Great Band!

The band set up as scheduled and played great music! My husband and I really enjoyed their smooth vibes and song selections! Our wedding guest we extremely pleased! Best band in town!
KT

Hired as: R&B Group

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Booking information

Price range: Contact for rates

Languages: English

Gig length: 150 - 180 minutes

Unions: Other

What to expect

Excitement , High Energy Performances. We will work with the client on budgets and performing time. Our performances time range from 2-3 hrs. Band will stay at the event from-3-4 hrs.

About

Artist Bio
JIMMY MARTIN ENSEMBLE 6 Piece BAND
A dream has come true to bring together a group of outstanding musicians capable of performing all styles of music – R & B, soul, blues, jazz, pop, and Motown .Our group is comprised of Jimmy Martin (Saxophones, Flutes) Dora Washington(Lead Vocals) Mike Smith, Rodney Gipson (Keyboards,) James Thornton(Bass Guitar) Craig Harper/Glover Washington (Drums)-Dave Jordan (Lead Guitar). We compliment one another musically using our God-given talents as entertainers giving our best performances.
Whatever your musical taste, our group hits home in a positive way. We believe performing is giving a part of yourself to your audience vocally and emotionally. Our musical selections are endless and we provide a variety of music based on our belief that music is very diverse and something that we all have in common. We want people to listen to our rhythm and lyrics and get what they need to find peace or get through a rough day. There is always a message in our music. People are more than just an audience and source of income for us, so our goal is to make each performance enjoyable for our guests as well as for the band. What makes this ensemble so special is to have the ability to play all styles of music from Jazz, R& B, Soul, Motown, Blues, Pop and Disco.
NO EVENT IS TOO LARGE OR TOO SMALL

Available for Corporate Events, Weddings & Receptions, Banquets, Reunions, Anniversaries, Celebrations, Clubs, Restaurants, Festivals, Wineries

Past booked events

July 2021

23

Friday

Wedding Reception

7:30pm - 9:30pm

Orland Park, IL

Setup requirements

Band has the their own equipment such as mics and power amps. Sound system will be provided by client if large event or festival

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